hi lucinda, as you probably know cheapest isnt always the best i was in a conversation on another forum a few days ago and they were talking about illegal unlicensed properties which quite often "are cheaper" because they dont pay any taxes etc, and the florida state are trying to clamp down on these homes, and it wouldnt be impossible that the guests in the home at the time could be evicted, also they usually dont have insurance either, so always ask the owners if they are licensed, i also have guests who have stayed with us and said the freedom a villa gives them especially when you like to spend a day relaxing how can you in a hotel room, or even round their pool you have to be with small childen constantly. a villa you have the safety fence and you know they wont get near to the pool without you. you are definitly wise to take these peoples advice and only you will know which home is right for you, but dontforget to ask loads of questions if you like because owners dont mind and if they dont know they are bound to find out for you pat